Description

Discover the ultimate Beefy Tortellini Bake, a quick and comforting casserole that blends cheese‑filled tortellini with seasoned ground beef, creamy sauce, and melty mozzarella. This easy weeknight dinner packs rich flavor, hearty texture, and a golden baked top that kids love. Perfect for busy families, the recipe requires minimal prep, uses pantry staples, and delivers a satisfying, restaurant‑style pasta bake in under an hour. Serve it with a crisp green salad and enjoy leftovers for lunch.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound cheese‑filled tortellini
1 pound ground beef
2 cups marinara sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5‑7 minutes; drain excess fat.
Reduce heat to low and stir in marinara sauce, softened cream cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring, until the sauce is smooth and the cream cheese is fully incorporated.
In a 9‑by‑13‑inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of the sauce, add the uncooked cheese‑filled tortellini, then pour the remaining sauce over the pasta, ensuring all pieces are coated. Gently toss to distribute the beef.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella evenly over the top.
Bake for 25‑30 minutes, until the mozzarella is melted, bubbly, and lightly browned. For extra crispness, broil for the last 2 minutes, watching closely.

Notes

For a spicier version
add red pepper flakes. Leftovers reheat well in the oven or microwave. Can be frozen before baking for later use. Nutrition is approximate.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings

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